The latest Jordan Pacheco MLB and fantasy baseball news

Cincinnati Reds INF/C Jordan Pacheco was designated for assignment and later outrighted off the 40-man roster Wednesday, June 22. Pacheco later declined the outright assignment and took free agency.

Fantasy Tip: Although the Reds needed help catching with Devin Mesoraco injured, Pacheco didn't play at all behind the plate. That says all you need to know about Pacheco's fantasy value. Stay away at this point.

Fantasy Tip: Peraza is a notable Reds second base prospect, but he didn't show well after being called up earlier this year. He'll get another chance, but it remains to be seen how much he'll play. He's worth a pickup in deep mixed and NL-only leagues for his speed, mainly. Hoover entered the year as the favorite to close, but his ghastly numbers (14.34 ERA, 2.34 WHIP, six homers allowed) got him demoted quickly. He's unlikely to pitch in high-leverage situations.

Fantasy Tip: Suarez rarely gets a day off, making it all the more confusing that he'd be rested on this night of all, considering his success against left-handed pitching this year (.333 with four home runs in 42 at-bats). The Reds could really use that against the best southpaw in the game. In any event, Pacheco gets a rare start, but shouldn't even be considered for daily formats.

Fantasy Tip: Anderson isn't a formidable opponent, so both Peraza and Pacheco are worth the speculative addition to daily lineups as sleeper picks. Peraza is more intriguing and has more upside because of his speed.

Fantasy Tip: Barnhart has 14 hits in 47 at-bats (.298) this year after slashing .252/.324/.326 with three homers and 18 RBI in 242 at-bats in 2015. He's a second catcher option for those in two-catcher or NL-only leagues. He could be a decent short-term replacement if you own Mesoraco or d'Arnaud.

Fantasy Tip: Cozart and Mesoraco's injuries are both worth monitoring, especially with Mesoraco after he missed almost the entire season in 2015 due to hip problems. Both Pacheco and Barnhart are desperation fillers in daily formats.